Raul Rosas Jr. vs. Aori Qileng: Preview, Where to Watch and Betting Odds

Teenage bantamweight sensation Raul Rosas Jr. takes on veteran Chinese Aori Qileng in the early prelims of UFC 306. Both fighters were unbeaten in their last two fights with New Mexico-born Rosas Jr., a clear favorite of the sportsbooks. Last year, Raul Rosas Jr. won in Noche UFC and is expected to repeat the feat here. However, against the Chinese Qileng, the bout will be a significant step up in competition.

MMA: UFC Bantamweight

Where to Watch: ESPN+/UFC Fight Pass

Venue: Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada

Date: 15.09.2024 02:30

Seen as a bantamweight prospect, 19-year-old Raul Roses Jr. comes into this bout on the back of consecutive wins. A superb submission victory over Ricky Turcios last June followed the first-round demolition of Terrence Mitchell last year. The American, a 2022 Dana White Contender Series grad, is 3-1 in the UFC, with his sole setback a decision loss to Christian Rodriguez in April 2023 in his sophomore outing in the promotion.

• Age: 19
• Height: 5'9"
• Weight: 135lbs (61kg)
• Reach: 67"
• Record: 9-1

The 31-year-old Chinese from Inner Mongolia debuted in the UFC in 2021 following an extensive career in the Chinese regional MMA scene. His first four UFC fights produced a 2-2 record. His last win was a decision over Johnny Munoz Jr. last October. The "Mongolian Murderer" fought to a no contest last February against Daniel Marcosa, the fight suspended after an accidental groin strike to Aori Qileng.

• Age: 31
• Height: 5'7"
• Reach: 69"
• Weight: 135lbs (61kg)
• Record: 25-11-1 (NC)

Aori Qileng is a 6.00 underdog on Betway. Raul Rosas is priced at 1.61 on Bet365 to win by submission, with the bookie listing over 1.5 at 1.95 odds. The favorite to win in round one is at 2.35 on 1XBET, which prices yes to the start of round 3 at 2.375. Read more here.